2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (499 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
